Melissa Nadler
Clinician
License Type(s): FL LMHC MH7436, NJ LPC 37PC00792400
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefDepression
26 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor who uses several therapeutic styles including cognitive/behavioral and reality therapies. My strengths include empathy, compassion, humor, and sensitivity to any issue that is brought to the "couch." My job is to help you help you and in doing so I am along for the ride and journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. I work with a varied clientele covering many different issues and feel that my approach is both inviting and invigorating in terms of allowing clients the opportunity to find a healthy path that was designed especially by them for them. I have experience with many different clientele and therapeutic settings including private practice, community agency, legal system, and college counseling center. I have worked in the prison/court systems, private practice, and college counseling center, and feel that I have the perspective that is necessary and desired for a successful therapeutic relationship. I am involved in the Veterinary Community of Central Florida as a consultant, therapist, and wife of a local veterinarian. I have a Bachelor of Science majoring in psychology. I also have both a Masters and Specialist Degree in Education with a focus in Mental Health Counseling. All three of these degrees are from the University of Florida. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida and New Jersey.
Rachel Margolin
Clinician
License Type(s): NJ LCSW 44SC05348500, PA LCSW CW015815
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
27 years offering treatment
I am a licensed clinical social worker in Pennsylvania and New Jersey with over 25 years of experience working as a therapist and life coach. I am a LGBTQ+ affirmative. I have worked with clients with a wide range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, loss of a loved one, trauma, and physical and sexual abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. My clients are the experts' of their life experiences, so I work hard to listen to their needs and meet them just where they are. Together we work to overcome their challenges. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling. It takes courage to ask for help so I applaud you for taking this first step. Please know that I am here to support and empower you and move you towards a more fulfilling and happier life. I look forward to hearing from you and working with you!
Sherrie Kaelin
Clinician
License Type(s): GA LPC LPC008462, NV LCPC CP5557-R
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyEating disordersCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
24 years offering treatment
Welcome! My name is Sherrie Kaelin. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey, Georgia, Arizona and Texas as well as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Nevada with over 24 years of experience. I enjoy working with other therapists and health care professionals to offer support given my my 25 plus years of experience and helping with compassion fatigue and stress. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including narcissistic abuse, emotional eating, ADHD, depression, anxiety, parenting problems, career challenges and coping with life changes. I also help people cope with hurricane stress and disaster fatigue. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, client centered and solution focused counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
Julia Montoto Eguino
Clinician
License Type(s): NJ LCSW 44SC00268000
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
25 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New Jersey with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Dr. Rochelle Dorney
Clinician
License Type(s): OR LPC C11314, FL LMHC MH11813
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem
11 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Florida with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & anger management. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Heidi Galeone
Clinician
License Type(s): NY LCSW 076585, NJ LCSW 44SC05393900
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesCoping with life changes
10 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in both New York and New Jersey with more than 10 years of professional work experience. I also have a certification in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C). My clinical work focuses on clients who are experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety, depression, stress and anxiety, relationship issues & trauma and abuse, as well as other disruptive mental health symptoms. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. We will work together to create a positive relationship built on trust, communication and safety. I will tailor your sessions and treatment goals to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step in seeking help takes courage and I look forward to working with you. **At this time, I am only accepting new clients who are working through Perinatal Mental Health and related issues.**
Stacey Blauth
Clinician
License Type(s): NJ LPC 37PC00350900
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
20 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey with over 20 years of professional experience in the mental health and addiction fields. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of helping individuals navigate challenges related to anxiety, stress, addiction, family conflict, trauma, and abuse. I believe that counseling should provide a safe and supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and understood. My approach is compassionate and individualized because I recognize that every person comes to therapy with their own experiences, strengths, challenges, and goals. Together, we will develop a treatment plan that is tailored to your unique needs and focused on helping you move toward meaningful and lasting change. Reaching out for therapy can take courage, especially when you have been carrying difficult experiences for a long time. You do not have to have everything figured out before you begin. Taking that first step is an important part of the process, and I look forward to walking alongside you as you begin your journey toward healing and growth.
David Rice
Clinician
License Type(s): NJ LCSW 44SC04399100
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsParenting issuesDepression
24 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New Jersey with over 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with school related issues & parenting issues. Primarily, my is experience is with children, teens and their parents. I, however, am currently focused on working with adults. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Additionally, clients can feel comfortable talking to me about depression , anxiety and LGBTQ related issues. Additionally, I have Biblical knowledge, which can be applied when appropriate. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Laurence Scappa
Clinician
License Type(s): NJ LCSW 44SC01341700
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesDepression
40 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New Jersey with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & intimacy related issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Renee Riddell
Clinician
License Type(s): NJ LPC 37PC01078300
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
25 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New Jersey with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief, coping with loss, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Lydia Christian
Clinician
License Type(s): NJ LCSW 44SC06205900, DE LCSW Q1-0012567
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issues
6 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Delaware and New Jersey with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, infertility, coping with grief, & coping with loss. I also have experience working with parenting issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
William Betar
Clinician
License Type(s): NJ LPC 37PC00231500
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoaching
30 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New Jersey with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, & executive coaching. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Janecia Carr
Clinician
License Type(s): NJ LPC 37PC01091900
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCoping with life changes
6 years offering treatment
As a licensed therapist in New Jersey, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life transitions, relationships, and personal growth. My practice centers on empowering clients to develop deeper self-understanding and resilience, with a particular focus on young adults, transitional experiences, and issues of identity and social dynamics. I bring a compassionate, culturally responsive approach to addressing challenges like stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and self-esteem. My work is grounded in creating affirming spaces where clients can explore their experiences, develop meaningful coping strategies, and cultivate self-love and authentic connection. My therapeutic style emphasizes collaboration, honoring each individual's unique journey and strengths. I'm committed to supporting clients through social anxiety, communication barriers, life purpose exploration, and navigating experiences of prejudice and discrimination.
Richard Rivera
Clinician
License Type(s): NJ LCSW 44SC01028000
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefCoping with life changes
40 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New Jersey with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with grief, & coping with loss. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
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Find a therapist near you in Annandale, New Jersey
Finding a therapist near you in Annandale, New Jersey starts with matching to a licensed professional who fits your needs, schedule, and goals. New Jersey is home to people with diverse mental health needs across urban, suburban, and rural communities, which can make it challenging to find care. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist through tailored matching, so you can begin care from home or wherever works for you.
The network includes over 30,000 licensed therapists globally, and over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to find support through online therapy. During matching, 93% of user preferences are met, which helps you connect with a therapist suited to what you are looking for. Whether you are searching for help with anxiety, trauma, affordable or insurance covered therapy, weekend or flexible scheduling, or virtual sessions, you can find a therapist and get started when you are ready.
Why work with a licensed therapist near you?
Working with a licensed therapist near you gives you access to professional mental health support from someone trained to help you understand and manage what you are going through. A licensed therapist can offer evidence-based approaches, a steady space to talk, and guidance tailored to your situation. In New Jersey, online therapy can make that care more accessible, since sessions happen from home or wherever you are, without the need to travel to an office. This can help if your schedule is full, if travel is difficult, or if you simply prefer a more discreet setting. You can learn more about what a therapist does on the therapist role page.
Online therapy can be especially helpful for people living across New Jersey, where access to in-person mental health care may vary by location.
What concerns can therapists help with?
Therapists can help with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety and stress, depression, trauma and PTSD, self-esteem and identity, people-pleasing and fear of rejection, insomnia and racing thoughts, workplace stress and burnout, substance use, parenting and co-parenting stress, grief and loss, and relationship and family challenges. Therapists on BetterHelp may draw on approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), depending on your needs and goals. You can explore support for specific concerns on pages such as generalized anxiety disorder, major depressive disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, and eating disorders.
Please note that therapists on BetterHelp do not provide psychiatric medication management or formal diagnoses.
Online therapy vs. in-person therapy in New Jersey
Online therapy and in-person therapy both connect you with a licensed professional, and the main difference is how you meet. In New Jersey, online therapy through BetterHelp lets you have sessions by phone, video, or in-app messaging, so you can meet from home or on a schedule that fits your life. In-person therapy takes place at an office and may involve travel and set appointment windows. Online therapy may be more accessible for people with busy schedules, limited transportation, or a preference for a more discreet setting. Both formats can support meaningful progress, so the right choice often comes down to what fits your life.
Finding a therapist that accepts insurance in New Jersey
BetterHelp accepts insurance through many major insurance plans. Insurance availability and coverage may vary by state, plan, provider network, and therapist availability, and deductible status. Eligible members' average copay is $23 per session.
You can check your in-network status on the BetterHelp site through the sign up flow. If you prefer to pay without insurance, BetterHelp subscriptions range from $70 to $100 per week, billed as an alternative way to access the same care, and you can use HSA and FSA funds toward the cost. For a full breakdown of how BetterHelp works with insurance plans, see BetterHelp insurance coverage.
How BetterHelp helps you find the right therapist in New Jersey
BetterHelp helps you find the right therapist in New Jersey through personalized matching that considers your needs, preferences, and goals. After you answer a few questions during the sign up flow, you can be matched with a licensed therapist from a network of over 30,000 professionals, and 93% of user preferences are met during matching. The search and location matching cover common near-me needs, including anxiety, trauma, affordable or sliding-scale support, weekend or flexible scheduling, and virtual sessions. If your first match is not the right fit, you can switch therapists at no extra cost. When you are ready, you can get started and begin the process.
Therapists near you in New Jersey
Below, you’ll find licensed therapists authorized to provide online therapy to adults across New Jersey, including residents in Annandale.
Each provider meets state licensing requirements and has experience supporting clients with a wide range of mental health concerns using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Please note: Therapists on BetterHelp in New Jersey do not provide psychiatric medication management or formal diagnoses.
Frequently asked questions about finding a therapist near me
How much does therapy cost near me?
Therapy costs near you can vary by provider, format, and payment method. With BetterHelp, subscriptions range from $70 to $100 per week, and you can use HSA and FSA funds toward the cost. BetterHelp also accepts insurance through many major insurance plans, and eligible members' average copay is $23 per session. Insurance availability and coverage may vary by state, plan, provider network, and therapist availability, and deductible status.
Does BetterHelp accept insurance?
Yes. BetterHelp accepts insurance through many major insurance plans. Insurance availability and coverage may vary by state, plan, provider network, and therapist availability. Eligible members' average copay is $23 per session. Check your in-network status on the BetterHelp site through the sign up flow. For a full breakdown of how BetterHelp works with insurance plans, see BetterHelp insurance coverage.
Is online therapy effective?
Online therapy can be an effective way to receive licensed mental health care for many common concerns. Research suggests that online therapy may support progress in ways comparable to in-person care for concerns such as anxiety and depression. On BetterHelp, you connect with a licensed therapist who can use evidence-based approaches such as CBT and DBT, and you can meet by phone, video, or in-app messaging.
Do I need a diagnosis to see a therapist?
No, you do not need a diagnosis to see a therapist. Many people begin therapy to work through stress, life changes, relationships, or personal growth without any diagnosis. Please note that therapists on BetterHelp do not provide psychiatric medication management or formal diagnoses. If you are looking for a starting point, personalized matching can connect you with a licensed therapist suited to your goals.
How quickly can I start therapy?
You can often start therapy within 24 to 48 hours of signing up with BetterHelp. After you answer a few questions during the sign up flow, personalized matching connects you with a licensed therapist, and you can schedule your first session once you are matched. This process is designed to help you begin care at your own pace, without a long wait.
Can I switch therapists if it’s not the right fit?
Yes. If you feel your therapist is not the right match, you can request to be matched with another licensed provider at no additional cost. You are able to do so through the BetterHelp user portal and select switch therapists if needed.
Is online therapy discreet?
Online therapy with BetterHelp offers a discreet setting where you can connect with a licensed therapist from the comfort of your home. Sessions take place by phone, video, or in-app messaging, so you can meet without going into an office. Your account and sessions are protected with strong safeguards, and you choose how and where you attend. This can make therapy feel more comfortable for people who prefer a discreet way to get support.
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